Job summary
- Main area
- Pathology
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 188-CL270725
- Employer
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Southampton General Hospital
- Town
- Southampton
- Salary
- £24,465 per annum or per annum pro rata
- Closing
- 13/08/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 03/09/2025
Employer heading
Biomedical Support Worker
Band 2
Job overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The Blood Transfusion Laboratory are delighted to offer an opportunity to work in a large modern transfusion service supporting colleagues and patients within the trust.
The role includes the delivery of blood components to clinical areas supporting patient care and the receipt and storage of blood components. Full training will be provided
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful candidate will be an integral part of the blood transfusion team which includes a range of roles, the ability to work in a team is essential
The role will include communicating with laboratory and clinical colleagues to ensure timely delivery of blood components for patient care
The successful candidate will require good time management and prioritisation skills to complete their daily tasks effectively
The shift patterns cover 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday. Weekend and bank holiday shifts are also required
Person specification
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications / training required
Essential criteria
- GCSE level A to C or equivalent in at least two from Maths, English and Science
Desirable criteria
- ECDL or equivalent knowledge of computers
- Previous knowledge of hospital IT systems
- NVQ Level 2 (Clinical Laboratory Support)
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience in laboratory work.
- Previous experience as a laboratory support worker
- Previous experience in an NHS environment.
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential criteria
- Keyboard skills
- Literate and numerate
- Articulate
- Able to follow laboratory procedures
- Attention to detail
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kerry Dowling
- Job title
- Transfusion Laboratory Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 023 8120 6267
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